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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Thomas Rutter

These are the secrets to rose success in summer – garden experts reveal how to care for your rose plants this season

Pink rose blooms in a garden border.

Caring for roses in the summer is not without worry. With soaring temperatures, scorching sun, and weeks without rain, these classic cottage garden plants can struggle. While roses typically grow best in full sun positions, the unpredictable warmer months of the year can be challenging, even for these tough plants.

While you might already know how to grow roses, understanding how to care for your plants during the hottest months of the year is crucial. Whether you grow shrub, climbing, miniature, or ground cover roses, there are certain steps to follow that can help your rose garden thrive.

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